Book Launch: Cats Can't Love

Join us for a special afternoon of poetry to celebrate the launch of Cats Can't Love by Armelle D. Souza.

When

DATES

Saturday, August 23, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Where

LOCATION

Central Library

Mezzanine Floor

4 The Square, Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui 4410

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